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Watch – Barcelona fans hurl vile chants targeting Vinicius Jr. ahead of Copa del Rey final
Seville is buzzing as a large number of football fans have thronged the streets ahead of the Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona tonight at Estadio de La Cartuja.
There has been a lot of tension in the lead-up to the game and given the rivalry and animosity between the two teams, fans clashing was always a possibility.
As confirmed by COPE a while back, police have already arrested a Barcelona fan for assaulting a Real Madrid supporter.
Barcelona fans chant against Vinicius Jr.
Despite that, the Barcelona supporters are still stirring up troubles in Seville as they have taken to hurling vile and abusive chants towards Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr.
🗣️ Cánticos de parte de la afición del @FCBarcelona contra @ViniJr en las calles de Sevilla
— Carrusel Deportivo (@carrusel) April 26, 2025
🗯️ "¡VINICIUS, MUÉRETE!"
⛔️ Gravísimo e inadmisible en la previa de lo que tendría que ser la fiesta de la #CopaDelRey pic.twitter.com/RoHfh4Ifju
The Brazilian international has been constantly targeted by fan groups from opposition teams and heading into tonight’s grand finale, a section of Barça supporters did the same, as they started chanting: ‘Vinicius, d*e.’
The rivalry between the two clubs means tempers are expected to flare, but chants of this nature, wishing death on an opponent, are simply unacceptable.
Vinicius, over the past year and a half or so, has been a target of racist and abusive chants from opposition fans.
The Real Madrid superstar, at times, has allowed the frustration and anger get the better of him, but must ignore all the outside noise if he is to lead his team to the trophy tonight.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
